Rich Red Blooms
Produces vibrant scarlet to deep burgundy flowers with attractive layered petals.
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Meteor Zinnia is a beautiful flowering annual recognized for its large, rich red to deep burgundy blooms with semi-double and double petals. Its strong stems and long-lasting flowers make it suitable for garden borders, flower beds, containers, and cut-flower arrangements. This heat-tolerant variety provides vibrant summer-to-fall color in sunny gardens.
Produces vibrant scarlet to deep burgundy flowers with attractive layered petals.
Features semi-double to double blooms measuring approximately 4–5 inches across.
Develops sturdy stems that are suitable for harvesting and fresh floral arrangements.
Its colorful flowers attract butterflies and other beneficial garden pollinators.
| Scientific Name | Zinnia elegans |
| Variety Name | Meteor |
| Common Name | Meteor Zinnia; Common Zinnia |
| Plant Family | Asteraceae |
| Seed Type | Annual Flower Seeds |
| Flower Type | Semi-double to double |
| Flower Color | Scarlet Red to Deep Burgundy |
| Growth Habit | Upright, branching annual |
| Planting Season | Spring to early summer after frost |
| Seed Starting | Direct sow outdoors or start indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost |
| Germination Time | 3–10 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 70–80°F |
| Planting Depth | Approximately 1/4 inch |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Moderate, consistent watering |
| Blooming Season | Summer to first frost |
| Days to Maturity | Approximately 75–90 days |
| Mature Plant Size | Approximately 30–40 inches tall |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 12 inches |
| Uses | Flower Beds, Borders, Containers, and Cut Flowers |
Grow Meteor Zinnia for its rich red blooms, attractive layered petals, and strong flowering stems. This easy-to-grow annual brings beautiful color to sunny gardens and produces excellent flowers for bouquets. Provide full sunlight and well-drained soil for abundant seasonal flowering.
Discover helpful information about Meteor Zinnia flower colors, seed starting, and cut-flower growing.
Meteor Zinnia is known for its rich scarlet to deep burgundy flowers and semi-double to double blooms. Its layered petals and sturdy flowering stems make it especially attractive for garden displays and fresh-cut floral arrangements.
Meteor Zinnia generally begins flowering approximately 75–90 days after sowing under suitable growing conditions. Warm soil, full sunlight, proper watering, and fertile soil help support healthy plant development and flowering.
Harvest Meteor Zinnia flowers when the blooms are fully developed and their stems are firm. Gently shake the stem; a mature cut-flower stem should remain relatively stiff. Cut above a leaf junction using clean garden shears and place the flowers in fresh water. Regular harvesting encourages additional blooms.